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1325Crestmont.com
Angwin
Napa Valley Epicurean Estate -
On nearly 4 acres with magnificent views and incomparable serenity, privacy & seclusion - yet only minutes to downtown St. Helena. This secluded estate is the entertainer’s dream destination! $1,695,000
3169CountryEstate.com
St. Helena
St. Helena Country Estate -
Mediterranean inspired home nestled amongst vineyards in its picturesque setting on ½ an acre with almost 360’ vineyard/mountain views and is short walking distance to wineries & restaurants. $1,695,000
1552Centennial.com
Calistoga
Sophisticated Calistoga Home -
This stylish and sophisticated Calistoga home displays an open and easy-flowing floor plan with dramatic lines & modern contemporary details. Experience the best of Calistoga living. $1,195,000
1811Silverado.com
St. Helena
French Country Farmhouse -
Extremely charming escape nestled on 2 acres of a bucolic river setting surrounded by exquisite gardens, paths, vineyard, and enjoy total privacy & unusual solitude. Less than 5 minutes from downtown St. Helena. $1,495,000
SOLD 1229Adams.com The Shed in St. Helena -
St. Helena
Opportunity knocks! Prime commercial property in the heart of downtown St. Helena. The existing single-story shed is approx. 2,500+ sq. ft. sited on approx. 5,000 sq. ft parcel. $1,200,000
173Riesling.com
Yountville
Affordable Yountville Living - Fabulous custom remodeled
mobile home in desirable Bella Vista Park in Yountville - near world class restaurants, shopping & other recreational facilities. All the features of a custom home. $250,000
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3630SpringMountain.com
St. Helena
Private Contemporary Retreat -
One of the most unique & elegant estates in Napa Valley. Experience views from its magnificent mountain perch. Approx. 14 acres of solitude & grandeur that offers an oasis of serenity. Spring Mtn. AVA, approx. 8 acres under 30% slope for premium vineyard potential.
$6,990,000
15Huntington.com
Napa
Sophisticated Napa Estate -
Glamorous designer showplace w/stimulating architectural details & towering ceilings adds an overwhelming sense of volume. Epicurean kitchen great room leads to a covered patio. Artfully designed pool/spa surrounded by floral & vegetable gardens allow farm to table living.
$2,150,000
19Huntington.com
Napa
Magnificent Custom Estate -
European style estate was built with timeless architectural design, exceptional craftsmanship details and luxurious custom features throughout. Sited on 1+ level acres, approx. 5,700+ sq. ft, 4 br & 4 ½ ba, superb details at every turn. Serene & beautiful backyard is amazing park-like oasis. Upscale Beauty & Tranquility!
$2,795,000
540Edgemont.com
Angwin
Secluded Modern Farmhouse -
at the end of a country lane w/an exceptionally dramatic setting, this renovated home features sophisticated amenities & natural light filled rooms throughout. Sited on nearly 2 acres, wood floors, modern kitchen, completely updated bathrooms & spacious wrap-around deck w/panoramic views harmonizes indoor & outdoor living.
$1,895,000
YVONNE RICH 707-968-9888 yvonne@fabulousnapavalley.com 1338 MAIN STREET
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A TASTE OF TUSCANY Stylish, classic St. Helena Pied-a-terre, the charm of Tuscany in every detail, custom doors and windows, 3 fireplaces, 4 outdoor patios, high ceilings, outdoor dining pavilion, charm and attention to detail that’s beyond charming and elegant!
Offered at $2,450,000 1720 VINEYARD AVENUE | ST. HELENA
STUNNING RENOVATION Turn of the Century, Farmhouse style home with wrap around porch. A Spectacular renovation--new kitchen and baths, new hardwood flooring and windows. Attention to detail with period perfect door, stained glass, antique fireplace mantle. 2 BR/1 BA Guest House. Nestled in Redwood trees on over an acre
Offered at $2,250,000 20 GARFIELD LANE | NAPA
THIS ONE HAS IT ALL! The perfect single level floor plan, on the perfect large lot with 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, (plus detached guest unit). Temperature controlled Wine Cellar, exquisite landscaping--2000+SF patio--perfect for entertaining,complete with pool, fountain, stone walls, and bocce ball court. Gated development with Silverado Country Club membership available.
Offered at $2,225,000 1130 CASTLE OAKS DRIVE | NAPA
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elcomes you into this Contemporary European style home. Two story entry opens into a large foyer and formal Dining Room, Great Room w/ fireplace and a chef’s kitchen. Spacious master suite w/ fireplace and sitting area. Additional features include a wine cellar, heated tile floors, venetian plastered walls, and a large utility room. Plenty of room for entertaining w/ the roof deck, outdoor bar and bocce ball court.
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Renovation tips from an architect CHRIS D. CRAIKER AIA/NCARB
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e all know that home buyers today want a new roost, not an old wreck. Very few are interested in tackling an relic with peeling paint, deteriorating windows, ancient plumbing and inefficient energy use. And yet, venturing into the world of fixer-uppers can be exciting if not rewarding experience. All of the TV shows about house-flipping may propel you to jump into the real estate market buying frenzy, but be careful. There are 1,000 things to do and not do, and you have to have a strategy and a lot of common sense to avoid the pitfalls. These are just a few tips I’ve collected over the years that might help you make the best decisions:
projects you must have a contingency fund. On renovation projects, additional costs come up and opening up walls can be a can of worms…Literally. Keeping an adequate contingency of up to 20% is strongly recommended. LOOK AT THE WHOLE HOUSE, NOT JUST THE EXTERIOR Check out the foundation, look for cracks in the walls, and look at the roof line. If it’s sloping or the ridge is sagging, there is more problems than easily detectable. Have a structural engineer or an architect look at the structure.
bathrooms should be your number one priority when it comes to renovating and updating an old house. Kitchens are the number one request in our office. WATER IS THE ENEMY While water is our environmental friend, to a house water is the enemy. Ensuring that the structure is well sealed, protected and made waterproof is a difficult task. Don’t skimp on the weather protection.
WINDOWS ARE THE EYES OF THE HOUSE Generally, one can tell the construction era by the NOTE THE ERA WHEN windows. Today, we replace IT WAS BUILT windows easily and efficiently, In California, pre-earthbut their proper installation is PREPARE AN quake structures that have essential. Weather-stripping, ADEQUATE BUDGET survived time and bad renova- caulking and flashing installed Perhaps the hardest part of tions were crafted reasonably by a professional and not by a project is figuring out conwell. Most structures built the weekend handyman. 19th struction cost, and identifying between 1906 and WWll were or 20th century wood winsources of funding. We suggest built to higher standards. dows are worth keeping and you use a CSI, Construction However, post-World War II have more energy efficiency Specifications Institute, Micthrough the 70s, saw generally than one thinks. Adding rosoft Word document for poorer construction when proper weather-stripping, mincollecting potential construcspeed of erection was more imizing solar gain and glare tion costs as well as identifying important than the quality can make these portals valuissues to be addressed. The of the work. After all, houses able assets to a home. Besides, form lists many common weren’t intended to last beyond the old wobbly glass can give materials, trades and “soft 25 years, the average length of authenticity and character that costs” encountered during a mortgage then. can’t be found today. construction. If you contact my office, we will send you TALK TO LET THE SUNSHINE IN a Word document to use. It YOUR NEIGHBORS I have found so many older lists all known and unknown You’ll be surprised what homes that lack sufficient costs that you probably will knowledge they have about light in the inner chambers, encounter throughout the life your house and the disasters bathrooms and hallways. Light of the project. Did you think that have plagued the neightubes provide a lot of illumiabout the demolition costs borhood. Ask family and nation. They can be a lot less and hauling junk away? Did friends about their renovation expensive than adding new you consider the building work to find out the chaldouble pane Insulated winpermit costs and school fees lenges they have experienced dows or skylights. that might apply? There are so during the process. many different construction KNOW WHEN TO HIRE facets to consider, you need a CONCENTRATE ON A PROFESSIONAL score card. THE WET AREAS Avoid DIY, “Do-It-YourAs with all construction The kitchen and the self ”, jobs that could end 14 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES
disastrously, or worst still, never end. A big question when renovating your home is when to DIY or when to hire a professional. DIY projects can often save money, but when do you draw the line? A few things to be left to the professionals are plumbing, heating and electrical work. Before starting renovation decide which DIY projects you are comfortable with, and which to leave in professional hands. At the same time, you can’t be cutting corners by hiring uncle Ned who’s got a truck, a dog, and a boombox. He might be a good handyman, but he may not be able to do the foundation work you need. HAVE A GOAL IN MIND Knowing your end goal is crucial in deciding how extensively you will renovate. Consider how deep you and your wallet will dive into your project. How long do you plan on living in your home? Think carefully about the different qualities your neighborhood possesses. Having a detailed plan will help you to stay on track in your renovation. Whether this is an 1890’s Victorian or a 1950’s track house, having a strategic plan for costs and timing will make this a successful project for you and your family. And, as I ask all my client couples eager to embark on such an adventure, “How strong is your marriage?” This will tax or strengthen the strongest of marital bonds. Chris d Craiker AIA is a prominent Bay Area architect with over 40 years patching up shaky marriages and challenging renovations. For a CSI form or more information, call 707.224.5060 or e-mail: info@craiker.com. APRIL 2019
Brandpoint
Striking new trends in flowers and plants
FOR YOUR GARDEN BRANDPOINT
Today’s plant lovers want more than the traditional flowers to enhance their home. Rather, people want to enjoy the experience of getting in touch with nature, while also looking for unique flowers and plants to add a more creative, personal touch of color and inspiration to their yards. This year, gardens will be more visually interesting, environmentally friendly and demonstrate the love and care provided by the families who tend them. Here are a few of the latest gardening ideas you and your loved ones can enjoy, from Ball Horticultural Company. GARDENING AS AN EXPERIENCE Detoxing from our daily dependence on digital distractions and tech gadgets is becoming not just a desire, but a necessity. What better way for you and your loved ones to take a break from screens than to spend time with plants, creating beauty, serenity and even a nutritious lifestyle? Make the process a group effort: from going to your favorite garden center and choosing your veggies, to caring for them and watching them grow, then harvesting and eating, APRIL 2019
the full experience is something to enjoy. Plant and grow veggies like the Snackabelle Red Pepper, a mini bell pepper that starts out green, then ripens red, with a rich, sweet flavor—perfect to have at home for snacking as well as cooking. If you love natural fragrances, Lavender Blue Spear is a wonderful choice. They are easy to grow, and will achieve a height of nearly a foot. You can use the fresh lavender to make infused oil, soap, hand scrubs or bath salts. NEW COLOR CHOICES Look for unexpected colors to help you make a statement with your containers, window boxes or indoor potted plant garden this year. Striking new colors include the 2019 Pantone color of the year, “Living Coral,” seen in the Gerbera Revolution Salmon Shades potted flower, also known as the African Daisy. Gerbera plants are easy to care for and provide great indoor decor, which also makes them perfect choices for gift giving. New Tattoo Vinca looks like a work of art, with gorgeous petals showing modern colors, swirled with soft strokes of black
that make each petal look inked. The Tattoo Vinca is not only low-maintenance and heat-tolerant, but will attract pollinators like bees and butterflies to your garden. The Double Zahara Bright Orange Zinnia is another great choice for head-turning color. Its double flowers bloom in vivid orange, and they are suitable for landscaping and container planting. This flower is also a breeze to care for and pollinator-friendly. Or you can choose a unique plant with warm tones, like the bright and colorful Ornamental Pepper, with such attractive multi-colored fruits that they are grown just for show. The Ornamental Pepper displays intense shades of yellows, oranges and reds in its fruit. Other flowers catch the eye with dynamic texture, such as the lovely Double PinkTastic Calibrachoa, a fully double flower with a dark pink eye and lighter pink petals. Its burst of blooms will cover the plant and spill over their containers, window boxes or hanging baskets.
choices beyond traditional flower options have great alternatives this year. If you’re looking for plants that are durable and colorful, the Echinacea Sombrero Tres Amigos produces a deer-resistant perennial flower that is highly attractive to butterflies and songbirds. Tres Amigos shows three colors, opening as a peachy-orange color, then aging to rose and fading to burgundy. A great way to fill large spaces quickly is the attention-getting Big Blue Salvia, with spires that continuously bloom from July into the fall, with little care needed. This flower grows from 24 to 36 inches tall, with beautiful deep blue blooms that are attractive to hummingbirds and bees. Beginner and experienced gardeners alike can enjoy the newest gardening trends by branching out into plants and flowers to attract pollinators, taking advantage of vivid new color options and involving the whole family in the process. To explore a whole new world of gardening options, visit your favorite local garden EASY OPTIONS FOR center this spring. Share your own BEGINNING GARDENERS style for 2019 by making your New gardeners who want garden a personal experience. DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES | 15
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ABOVE MEADOWOOD RESORT
OAKVILLE FRENCH ESTATE
This 1 acre estate features a single level 3-bedroom main residence, outdoor kitchen, vineyard, guest house and 3-car garage with studio.
47.08± acre French country estate located in the Western hills above renowned Oakville. Five total bedroom suites.
ST. HELENA I $10,700,000 I 860MEADOWOOD.COM
OAKVILLE I $12,750,000 I CAMPBELLCREEKESTATE.COM
GAIL MORGAN LANE 707.291.0156 I Gail@winestates.com
BARRY BERKOWITZ 707.529.7406 I Barry@winestates.com
PRIVATE GATED ESTATE
THE CRAFTSMAN INN - DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Contemporary living on 6± acres near Meadowood Resort. Features 5 bedroom suites with true Napa Valley indoor / outdoor living.
Approved build ready plans to develop exis¤ng B&B into a preeminent luxury hotel with 13 large suites, restaurant & luxury spa.
ST. HELENA I $7,125,000 I NAPAVALLEYHOME.PROPERTIES
ST. HELENA I $4,950,000 I CALISTOGABOUTIQUEHOTEL.COM
JACQUELINE WESSEL 707.738.7338 I Jacquelinenapavalley@gmail.com
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Private Napa Valley estate situate on 6.02 acres, just minutes to town and around the corner from Meadowood Resort.
1.00± acre estate with single level 3-bedroom residence, guest house, small vineyard, 3-car garage with studio above
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707/349-8105 | rsouthwick@comfirstcu.org 2375 California Blvd. @ Lincoln in Lucky Market
Hilltop Investment Property 620-630 White Cottage Road 3 bed 2 bath 6.71 +/- acre Attached in-law unit Offered at $1,995,000 620whitecottageroad.com
Bobbin Willcutt bobbin.willcutt@compass.com 707.479.1225 DRE 00665680 Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. License Number 01866771. All material are approximate.
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Napa | $12,500,000 6 bedrooms | 8 baths | 5,562 SF | 34.85 ± acres
Napa | $4,200,000 4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 3,776 SF | 18.34 ± acres
Spectacular 34 acre knoll top modern estate Panoramic views in most directions Sophisticated 6 bedroom, 8 bath residence Incl. boutique winery w/approx. 3000 vines
Privately gated majestic estate with views Large pool, detached garage and beautiful grounds Luxurious main floor master suite w/French doors Remodeled kitchen boasts all the goodies
1060RutherfordRoad.com
2000OakCircle.com
Stunning Craftsman in Rutherford Hardwood floors & custom cabinetry Kitchen/living space spill out to lg deck Fabulous views of neighboring vineyards
Artfully remodeled home on large lot Bright spacious rooms w/ chef’s kitchen Lovely backyard with the pool and spa 2 blocks to restaurants and wine tasting
Rutherford | $2,575,000 4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 3,139 SF | .35 ± acres
Yountville | $2,195,000 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2,720 SF
6550 Washington Street | Yountville, CA 94599 707.944.0888 | gatesestatessir.com Each office is independently owned and operated
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1145RagatzLane.com
Farmhouse-style home w/ vineyard views 3 bed/3 bath layout with upstairs office loft Beautiful backyard garden to entertain Close to downtown Yountville amenities
Great country lot ready to build on Includes permitted Farmhouse plans Build this home or design your own Near Yountville, dining, wine tasting
Yountville | $2,100,000 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1,876 SF
37CoveCourt.com
Napa | $1,500,000 Buildable Lot | 1 Âą acre
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Napa | $945,000 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1,946 SF
Yountville | $825,000 Buildable lot with plans
Culdesac location with views of the water/boat docs Pool and spa /low maintenance yard Beautiful remodeled master suite Gated community/boat dock available
Rare opportunity to buy a lot in Yountville Plans included for 2 bed/2.5 bath w/ open floorplan Views of neighboring vineyards and mountains beyond
Cyndi Gates
Broker Owner 707.333.7770 cyndi@gatesestatessir.com CalDRE#00711618
FOOD TRUCKS OF THE NAPA VALLEY
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hat you’re eating: Pupusas, or thick corn tortillas stuffed with cheese and beans or meat (think: chipotle chicken, pork belly, chorizo) heated up on a grill and topped with pickled cabbage and salsa. Pupusas are what the truck is known for, but it also offers a tacos, burritos and quesadillas. Who’s making your food: Maria Trujillo started selling her pupusas to friends and neighbors before enlisting her Marine Corps veteran son, Arturo Bibiano, to help her start selling 24 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES
them full time. The duo began selling pupusas at the Napa Farmers Market in 2015 and started their food truck in 2017. Pupusas, which originated in El Salvador, aren’t typical in Mexican culture, Bibiano said. But even skeptical Salvadorians who visit the truck come back again. “We’ve had no complaints about our pupusas,” he said. And why should they? They are the family’s bestsellers. Don’t leave without trying: The platano maduro frito — fried plantains — with condensed milk. This sweet and
savory snack is also available plain or with sour cream. But live a little — get the milk. Pro tip: The pupusas, which are made to order, take about 10 minutes to make. So call ahead or text your order to 707-8122989, especially if you’re on your lunch break. Prices: Tacos start at $2, pupusas, fish tacos and plantains are $5 each. Burritos and quesadillas are $12. Where to find it: The corner of Soscol Avenue and Vallejo Street in front of Umpqua Bank between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. Monday—Friday (FYI: They’re
busiest at lunch, dinner and just before closing). During the winter months, Platanito Latin Cuisine is at the Napa Farmers Market in South Napa Century Center parking lot, 195 Gasser Drive, on Saturdays between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. When the market closes, the truck heads back to its corner until 9 p.m. Between April and September, when the farmers market runs Tuesdays and Saturdays, the truck will be there. Word to the wise: The truck is available for catering and community events, so check the Facebook page for updates. APRIL 2019
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FOLLOW LAWN CARE BEST PRACTICES Save yourself the extra hassle by following basic lawn care best practices. For example, keep your grass-cutting blades sharp, avoid cutting the grass too short and mow when the grass is dry. Additionally, grasscycling—leaving grass clippings on the lawn after cutting—helps fertilize the lawn and creates less work for you. CHOOSE PERENNIALS There may be no such thing as a Flower beds are the perfect comple- maintenance-free lawn, but choosing the ment to a lush, green lawn. Plants like right tools and techniques can make your coneflowers, black-eyed Susans and Rus- life a lot easier. Follow these tips and sian sage come back year after year and learn more at Kohlerdon’t need to be replanted. Engines.com.
INSTALL AN AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM With an automatic irrigation system, you don’t even need to be home to water your lawn and garden. You can spend all that extra time kicked back on your front porch enjoying the view of a luscious green lawn. Automatic irrigation systems are also cost-effective—providing water to your lawn exactly where and when STRATEGICALLY it’s needed. Random dry patches or wet PLACED MULCH sidewalks and driveways will be a thing Mulch is one of the best investments of the past. you can make in your yard. When it breaks down over time, mulch ferUSE HIGHtilizes your plants and can prevent QUALITY EQUIPMENT weeds. It adds a pleasant aroma to When purchasing your next riding your outdoor spaces and doesn’t or walk-behind lawn mower, require watering.
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www.1107CastleOaks.com Spectacular Silverado Estate offers views, main level living and an entertainer’s dream backyard. Enjoy amazing views from the backyard around the beautiful pool and spa. Beautiful Kitchen! The main level master suite features fire place, sitting room and work space. This is a unique one of a kind Silverado Highlands home. Mark Lesti 707.320.8950 $2,995,000
This modern farm house completed in 2019 is nestled in nature and boasts 3,493 Sq Ft of livable space in the main home with an additional 1,100 Sq Ft above the spacious 3 car garage. This property encompasses 2.14 acres of gently rolling terrain with ample flat areas to enjoy the spectacular northeastern views. The home includes fire resistant construction, metal roof, and smart home technology. Homes like this in the city limits are rare. Brendan Lesti 707.337.0659 Paul M. Everett 707.299.9949 $2,890,000
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Spectacular panoramic postcard views of the Napa Valley, vineyards, hills and downtown Napa. 1800 +-sq. ft. entertainment view deck, extensive outdoor kitchen, endless pool, spa all framed by contemporary pipe railing. The gated 3606 sq. ft. 3BD/4BA home was remodeled with quality finishes and showcases wood floors, Chef’s kitchen with large center island, butler’s pantry and amazing custom storage throughout. Vineyard, wine cellar and minutes to downtown Napa shopping and restaurants. Mark Lesti 707.320.8950 $2,500,000
Down a private and quiet lane rests this jewel of Napa Valley indoor/outdoor living! Set upon nearly an acre, is this lovely single-level home on a rare flat parcel. Outdoor living boasting a large swimming pool, bocce-ball court and large covered patio. All among beautiful and mature landscaping. Mark Lesti 707.320.8950 $2,395,000
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Privacy and tranquility in St. Helena. Rare 1.8 flat acres, home, vineyard, garages, shop and outbuilding. Evokes feelings of Zen, health and wellness. Updated kitchen. Beautiful hardwood floors. 20 fruit trees, several flowering trees, raised garden beds, Zen garden and custom Balinese gazebo wind through the Labyrinth garden. 1 acre of Cabernet vines. Mark Lesti 707.320.8950 $1,975,000
Enjoy the Silverado Country Club life with beautiful views from your balcony. On the rear veranda, take in the glorious garden with views of open hills. Nicely updated home includes a sport court, and detached workshop. RV possible. Mark Lesti
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East-Side Napa! One-level, with easy indoor-outdoor living. Open & airy with a courtyard-style backyard that features a gorgeous swimming pool & a big covered patio area;. The workshop/office adjoins the extra 2-car garage; providing ample storage and backyard privacy. Must see to appreciate. Mark Lesti
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Brand new gorgeous historic home! Fully renovated and permitted in 2018. Soaring ten foot ceilings upstairs. Solid 3/4 inch hickory hardwood floors. Open concept layout. Beautiful chef’s kitchen with bar seating. Lovely three-way fireplace. Over-sized master suite. New plumbing, wiring, fencing, foundations, tankless water heater, roof and more - all to 2018 codes. This stunning home is a rare opportunity. Great neighborhood. Mark Lesti 707.320.8950 $1,575,000
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HEALING VALERIE OWENS
Napa Acupuncturist Faune Towery said modern and traditional medicine can coexist Most of us have sought healing in a modern doctor’s office, but what we think of as modern, Western medicine has roots that are only decades or a century old. There are those that look to an older tradition for wellness and relief—traditional Chinese medicine (known as TCM), the prominent healing system of Eastern Medicine, has been practiced in the Orient for over 2,000 years. For one local acupuncturist, the difference between Western and Eastern medicine does not define her practice nor limit her viewpoints. With a desire to heal, Faune Towery of Napa Acupuncture Practice, is working to improve the health and vitality of the Napa Valley community. “I knew I wanted to do a community clinic in Napa,” Towery said. “There was a need. Treating patients in a community setting has so many benefits. Our patients find the setting comforting. It offers a collective energetic field which makes individual treatments more powerful.” Located south on Trancas Street in the 5 Financial Plaza, Napa Acupuncture Practice offers a community approach to Chinese healing. Providing patients with individualized treatment plans through pulse 32 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES
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Napa Acupuncture Practice owner Faune Towery, right, begins a treatment with patient SuzAnne Regalia of Sonoma.
diagnosis, Towery’s education and experience in TCM has enabled her to administer quality care to a diverse body of patients. Treating complex and metabolic diseases, chronic and degenerative conditions, fertility, mental health and addiction, TCM provides relief and pain management, practitioners say. According to the National Center of Complementary and Integrative Health, “Practitioners use herbal medicines and various mind and body practices, such as acupuncture and tai chi, to treat or prevent health problems.” Conceptually, they say, “Harmony between two opposing, yet complementary, forces, called yin and yang , supports health, and disease results from an imbalance between these forces.” The practice also focuses on the flow of qi (pronounced chee)
or sometimes referred to as, “life energy” through the body. By using traditional acupuncture techniques and TCM methodology, Towery is able to alleviate pain and disease by inserting fine needles into points along the energy pathways, knows as meridians. Her practice uses the body’s own healing process, and her results are measurable. In an effort to enhance the lives of the community she lives and works in, Towery said she believes in providing affordable health care. Established as a non-profit in 2016, Napa Acupuncture Practice offers $10 treatments to patients suffering from PTSD and addiction as well as general treatments for $40 for the initial visit and $30 for returning visits. “I grew up in a working class family and I knew I did not want to work in a practice that did not allow my family to
get acupuncture,” said Towery. “I wanted to be able to make it so everyone could benefit from it. We have evening hours and mornings hours to help those who work. It’s important to me that people do not have to take off time to receive treatment.” Looking to the future, Towery said there is and always will be a place for both Western and Eastern medicine to have a collaborative relationship. “Because of the opiate crisis in America, Western Medicine has really embraced yoga, meditation and acupuncture since there is so little they can do other than prescribing drugs, surgery and physical therapy,” said Towery. “So, the number of referrals that I get from physicians has increased significantly. They are looking for options that help people manage pain and fight addiction. Treatment centers now have acupuncturists on staff because it has been proven that it helps curb the symptoms and withdrawal of different substances.” Saying that acupuncture is a complement to Western medicine, Towery embraces both healing philosophies. Her charismatic and jovial attributes give way to a relaxed familial ambiance dedicated to wellness. “My greatest reward is being able to help people,” Towery said. “I use to work in hospice and only saw the healing at the end of life. Through what I do, I get to help create life. I get to help people have babies, I get to help people in the prime of their lives. I have a balance of being able to help people all the way through their lives.” APRIL 2019
LUXURY TUSCAN ESTATE BREATHTAKING VIEWS FROM YOUR HOME
Overlook ing Nap a Valley 4 BD | 4 BA | 3,635 +/- SQ FT LISTED AT $2,499,500
A one-of-a-kind living experience! A rare opportunity for luxury living in one of the finest locations in all of Napa- Alta Heights on coveted Montecito Boulevard. Breathtaking views greet you from this 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom, 3,635+/- sq. ft. home situated on .68+/- acres. Enter from the stone trimmed driveway to a foyer that overlooks the Napa Valley, Mt. Tam and the San Francisco skyline. The centerpiece living room of the home features a dramatic Jerusalem limestone fireplace, wood floors, and expansive 10’+ floor to ceiling doors allowing extraordinary picturesque views and pure natural light. Custom wrought iron stairwells in both the interior and exterior create a unique and curated experience with top of the line elegant finishes and details. A state-of-the-art kitchen features custom Alderwood cabinetry, Sub-Zero fridge/freezer, DCS professional grade stove, polished limestone coutertops and walk-in pantry. Dine al-fresco on your oversized expansive terrace or host a gathering on the 1000+ sq. ft. Brazilian teak deck below. An entertainer’s dream! Appreciate the sunset with a bottle of wine from your 1000 bottle temperature-controlled wine cellar and tasting room. Unwind in the library and use the spa on the connected patio. Take advantage of the views from every room upstairs! The spacious master suite invites coziness- complete with sitting areas and a second Jerusalem limestone fireplace. A spa-like master bath includes a steam room, heated flooring, double sinks, marble countertops, and a jetted Kohler soaking tub. Enjoy the benefits of luxury living in a private and serene neighborhood just a short distance from downtown Napa with renowned restaurants, tasting rooms and shops.
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KNOW WHAT’S BELOW Call 811 before digging for landscaping and home improvement projects this spring BRANDPOINT With spring having officially begun, many eager homeowners and landscape professionals across the country will roll up their sleeves and reach for their shovels to start projects that require digging this season. During the transition into “digging season,” Common Ground Alliance (CGA), the organization dedicated to protecting underground utility lines, people who dig near them and their communities, reminds homeowners and professional diggers that calling 811 is the first step toward protecting you and your community from the risk of unintentionally damaging an underground line. Every digging project, no matter how large or small, warrants a free call to 811. Installing a mailbox or fence, building a deck and landscaping are all examples of digging projects that should only begin a few days after making a call to 811. Calling this number connects you to your local one call utility notification center. According to data collected by CGA in a survey in March, millions of American homeowners will likely do DIY projects involving digging this year, but 42 percent of them do not plan to make a free call to 811 before digging. “Tens of millions of Americans plan to do DIY digging projects this year, but according to our survey, 42 percent of them admit that they will not call 811 beforehand, which puts homeowners and their communities at risk,” said CGA President and CEO Sarah Magruder Lyle. “Calling 811 a few days before any planned home improvement projects that require digging—including common landscaping projects like planting trees and shrubs—is critical to preventing incidents like service outages and serious injuries.” CGA’s partnership with leading home improvement retailer Lowe’s will provide a helpful reminder to the millions of Americans who shop at their stores for projects involving digging. “During National Safe Digging Month in April and all year round, Lowe’s supports 811 by including safe digging information on certain products we sell nationwide— like trees and Kobalt shovels and spades, among others—to help ensure the safety 34 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES
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of our Pro and DIY customers who will be outside digging,” said Bill Boltz, Lowe’s executive vice president of merchandising. “Our customers rely on Lowe’s for help completing home and yard improvement projects, and we’re committed to providing the critical safety information to help them do it the right way.” A utility line is damaged every few minutes in America because someone decided to dig without making a call to 811 to learn the approximate location of buried utilities in their area. Unintentionally striking one of these lines can result in inconvenient outages for entire neighborhoods, serious harm to yourself or your neighbors, and significant repair costs. As a result, CGA offers the following tips to make sure you complete your project safely and without any utility service interruptions, so you don’t become a statistic. Here’s how the 811 process works: 1. One free, simple phone call to 811 makes it easy for your local one call center to notify appropriate utility companies of your intent to dig. Call a few days prior to digging to ensure enough time for the approximate location of utility lines to be
marked with flags or paint. 2. When you call 811, a representative from your local one call center will ask for the location and description of your digging project. 3. Your local one call center will notify affected utility companies, which will then send professional locators to the proposed dig site to mark the approximate location of your lines. 4. Only once all lines have been accurately marked, carefully dig around the marked areas. There are nearly 20 million miles of underground utility lines in the United States, which equates to more than a football field’s length of utilities for every person in the U.S. Your family depends on this buried infrastructure for your everyday needs, including electric, natural gas, water and sewer, cable TV, high-speed Internet and landline telephone. With that much critical infrastructure underground, it’s important to know what’s below and call 811 before digging. To find out more information about 811 or the one call utility notification center in your area, visit www.call811.com. APRIL 2019
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BRANDPOINT The dream of a perfect outdoor space where homeowners can enjoy the beauty of nature while still being completely comfortable is no longer limited to a specific climate or time of year. A one-of-a-kind, all-seasons deck is possible if the right features are included in the design. The key is to combine features that protect from the elements, and then use the right materials to make it happen. Whether you’re revamping an existing area, or creating a brand-new outdoor living space to enjoy all year long, the following deck additions can turn any project into an all-seasons oasis to enjoy with family and friends. Overhead covering on a deck can shield guests from the elements directly, as well as provide a scaffold for features such as a ceiling fan, which can cool the area in the warmer months and improve heated air flow during cooler months. Homeowners can choose from deck shades or awnings in a variety of materials to defend against rain and wind, or to reduce sun exposure and cool the area. A pergola is also a beautiful addition to a custom deck that doesn’t provide full coverage like a roof or awning, but can serve as a solid framework for other features such as climbing vines or hanging plants that both provide cover and add ambiance to the outdoor oasis. Retractable walls are a high-tech option that allows for free air movement during the mild spring and fall, and protection from sun, wind, rain, snow and even bugs during the extreme summer and winter. Some luxury decks and patios utilize retractable glass walls for a defense against wind or rain that doesn’t obstruct the view. A more common tactic is to install retractable screen walls, which can be motorized, and are meant primarily to keep insects out of the patio area. Retractable privacy walls, usually in the form of canvas or polyester fabric horizontal shades, can provide a respite from weather and enhance the feeling of a private sanctuary. Beautiful low-maintenance materials are a must for any outdoor living space that homeowners would like to spend time enjoying, rather than performing backbreaking annual maintenance. Taking care of traditional wood decking can be a difficult and frustrating process since it is subject to staining 36 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES
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and splintering, and may require annual sanding and painting. Composite decking is growing in popularity across the U.S. not only for its lower maintenance requirements, but also its unparalleled beauty that can emulate anything from the rustic beauty of reclaimed wood to the high-impact look of exotic hardwoods. “What kind of decking you choose makes a huge impact on the overall look and feel of your outdoor living space,” said Shara Gamble, director of sales and marketing for TAMKO’s Envision Decking. “One of the best things about composite decking is it’s easy to preserve its beautiful appearance
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throughout the seasons, which means you can spend more time relaxing and enjoying your outdoor spaces with family and friends.” Incorporate the elements into the deck in a controlled way to boost enjoyment of an outdoor living space regardless of the season. For colder months, adding a fire element can provide a cozy and mesmerizing focal point. Arranging comfortable seating around a fireplace or fire pit provides a great place to gather with friends and family and provide warmth on a cool summer night or fall weekend. During the hotter months, installing a water element to the deck can provide a cooling touch and a visual centerpiece. Fountains, misters, or even a lap pool can provide a welcome respite from the heat during the summer, and a soothing, meditative backdrop for the rest of the year. Although decks are generally a mildweather attraction, there are many ways to make an outdoor living space functional and enjoyable during the rest of the year, regardless of the geographic location. Transform a deck into an all-seasons sanctuary through the use of special features and beautiful low-maintenance composite decking to make the most of the beauty of the outdoors without sacrificing the comfort and style of your unique outdoor retreat. APRIL 2019
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Real Estate Trends for March 2019 GERRETT SNEDAKER, CRB
Napa County The inventory of homes and condominiums available for sale in Napa County at the end of March (342) is 38% ahead of the inventory in March 2018 (248) and it is 10% ahead of the inventory last month (311). 44% of the inventory in Napa County (152 properties) is priced at $1,000,000 or above. New sales (115) are 5% ahead of the pace of last year (110) and are 80% ahead of the 64 sales last month. Gerrett Snedaker There is a 3 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for homes closing in Napa County is currently 94 days up from 70 days last March. For the purpose of our MLS (BAREIS) “Days on Market” represents the time from when the property is first listed in the MLS to the date the property goes into “pending” (all conditions removed) status. On average, it can take anywhere from 0 to 30 additional days for properties to close after going pending. The median price of the 74 homes closed in March in Napa County ($682,000) was 7% higher than the median price of a year ago ($636,000).
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inventory as the “Luxury Market”, the Luxury Market begins at $1,900,000 in Napa County at this time. The number of closings (112) of Luxury Homes (sales price in excess of $1,900,000) in Napa County for the period 4/1/18 to 3/31/19 compared to 78 closings in the period 4/1/17 to 3/31/18 (a 20% increase). There were 86 luxury homes in inventory at the end of March 2019 compared to 75 at the end of March 2018. There were 8 new Luxury Home sales last month resulting in a 10.8 months supply of available Luxury Homes based on the current sales pace compared to 3 months supply for the County as a whole.
of the homes closed in March 2018 ($674,000) and it is the highest median price recorded for any month in the City of Napa.
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The inventory of homes and condominiums for sale in the Up Valley Napa County market (Angwin, Calistoga, Deer Park, Oakville, Rutherford, St. Helena and Yountville) at the end of March (98) is 27% higher than the level of 77 in March 2018 and it is 36% above the level last month (72). There were12 new sales in the month compared to 17 a year ago and 7 last month. The rainy weather may have contributed to the Napa slower sales pace year over year. Fifty-five percent of the There is now an 8.2 months inventory in Napa County is supply of inventory based on in the City of Napa. There the current sales pace. The were 189 available homes and Days on Market for the 10 condominiums in inventory at closings last month was 84 the end of March in the City days. Approximately 52% of of Napa. This is a 48% ahead the Luxury Market inventory of the supply at the end of (price in excess of $1,900,000) March 2018 (128) and it is 3% in Napa County is in the Up ahead of the inventory at the Valley Market (45 homes). end of last month (183). New There were two luxury home sales (81) were 12.5% ahead of (price in excess of $1,900,000) the pace of March 2018 (72) closings in the Up Valley Marand they were 72% ahead of ket last month and three new the pace of last month (47). luxury home sales. There is a 2.3 months supply of inventory based on the Angwin current sales pace. The Days on Market for the 53 closings The inventory of homes last month was 95 days. The and condominiums for sale at median price of the homes that the end of March in Angwin closed in the City of Napa in rose to 12 homes. This is 20% March was $750,000. This is above the level of March 2018 11% ahead of the median price (10) and it is 71% ahead of
the inventory last month (7). There were no new sales for the month of March. This is the same as last month. There were two sales in March of 2018. There is a 12 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The average asking price of the 12 homes in inventory in Angwin is $1,714,000.
American Canyon There were 20 available homes and condominiums in inventory at the end of March in American Canyon. This is slightly ahead of the inventory a year ago (19) and it is 26% below the supply last month (27). The inventory has fallen the last two months unlike the general trend for increasing inventory in the region at this time of year. New sales jumped from 9 in February to 17 in March – an 89% increase. New sales were 13% above the 15 sales in March 2018. There is just a 1.2 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for homes that closed in American Canyon last month was 87 days. The median price of the 8 homes that closed in American Canyon in March ($608,000) was 15% ahead of the median price of a year ago ($530,000). Gerrett Snedaker, CRB, is a Broker/Partner with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate|Wine Country Group. Contact Gerrett at gerry. snedaker@winecountrygroup. com or 707-939-2009 APRIL 2019
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